Posts for September 7th 2006

Jessica Simpson

Jessica's Gorgeous Gucci Sunglasses

For anyone wondering about those awesome sunglassesJessica Simpson was wearing on TRL, they are Gucci's new 2927 Sunglasses.

For anyone wondering about those awesome sunglassesJessica Simpson was wearing on TRL, they are Gucci's new 2927 Sunglasses. According to our fabulous LA sunglasses source, Karina from C by Karina, these sunglasses are hot! You can buy the over-size plastic frames with the Gucci script logo for $290 here or call Karina's store directly at (310) 777-0231. They are available in black with a dark grey lens or in tortoise with a brown/grey gradient lens.

Link Time

Link Time!!!

  • Sharon Stone becomes the new face of Badgley Mischka — Popsugar
  • Would you pay $7000-plus for a plastic bag?

  • Sharon Stone becomes the new face of Badgley Mischka — Popsugar
  • Would you pay $7000-plus for a plastic bag? — The Bag Snob
  • Hot deals! A $25 gift card from Ann Taylor Loft, 25 percent off at Fred Flare, and more — Delight
  • How to wear ruby red this fall— Couture In the City
  • Marni opens the virtual doors to its online store — Fashion Addict Diary
  • Who knew? An anti-aging system for your hair — SheFinds
High Heels

Heels Without the Hurt

I can't leave the house in my highest platform heels without also wearing a pair of those dorky foam "toe beds," available for $4.79 here.

I can't leave the house in my highest platform heels without also wearing a pair of those dorky foam "toe beds," available for $4.79 here. But exposing your insoles when wearing peep toes or sandals is a major fashion faux pas. That's why I'm excited to try the insoles from Foot Petals, which are designed to stay hidden in open-toed or otherwise skimpy shoes.

The company makes five different heel-specific insoles and footpads, including Killer Kushionz (above), which cost $12.95 a pack. These thin, padded insoles widen at the toe, so you can wear them with sandals. Other products include Strappy Strips ($6.95 per pack), which are thin padded strips designed to keep your feet from getting torn up by stiff shoe straps. But I'm most excited to replace my drugstore toe beds with Foot Petals' $6.95 Tip Toes. These dainty, feminine petals are worn at the ball of the foot to keep your heel from sliding forward and provide cushioning. You can buy Foot Petals products at select Nordstrom and Bath and Body Works stores, or get them online here.

Scarlett Johansson

Scarlett's Chanel Frock

Is it just me, or does Scarlett Johansson always have the best dresses?


Is it just me, or does Scarlett Johansson always have the best dresses? She showed up at the L.A. premier of The Black Dahlia sporting a bizarre hairdo but wearing a stunning off-the-shoulder black cocktail dress with sequin embroidery and an embellished waistband. The frock comes from the elegant yet playful Chanel 2007 Resort Collection, which you can view online here.

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fashion week

Come Fab Finding With Me: What to Wear to Fashion Week

Tomorrow marks the official start of New York Fashion Week, which makes me wonder: What would you guys wear if you got to attend one of the week's runway shows?

Tomorrow marks the official start of New York Fashion Week, which makes me wonder: What would you guys wear if you got to attend one of the week's runway shows? After all, no matter how cute those Target Paul & Joe clothes are, it's hard to get away with wearing budget finds when you're surrounded by haute couture. The best strategy, in my opinion, is splurging on one stunning designer piece, like this Paul & Joe Ornika Kimono Top, available for $570 here. then build an outfit from there.

So let's all go Fab Finding for the perfect bottoms, shoes, and bag to complete the ensemble. To learn what a Fab Find is and how to make one, click here. Be sure to come back and tell us all what you found. To see some of my favorite online stores to try, read more

Clutches

Always in Style: A Cute Clutch

Whether you are going out for a night on the town or an afternoon affair, a small clutch to hold your lip gloss, credit cards, and compact is always in style.

Whether you are going out for a night on the town or an afternoon affair, a small clutch to hold your lip gloss, credit cards, and compact is always in style. Just ask the dozens of celebs, including Scarlett Johansson, who've been spotted carrying clutches lately at all hours. The ones out for Fall 2006 are especially cute, so here are a few of my picks:

Corto Moltedo Susan Deco Clutch, $895, available here

Chloe Paddington Leather Clutch, $530, available here

Corto Moltedo Baby Box Skull Bag, $375, available here

Three less expensive options, so read more

Online Sale Alert

Online Sale Alert! Fig Leaves Takes It Off

It's surprisingly easy to spend $100 on lingerie.

It's surprisingly easy to spend $100 on lingerie. Thankfully, online bra and undies shop Fig Leaves is now offering $10 off when you spend at least $100. If you need to stock up on pretty panties and other underthings, this is your chance! Here is some of the cute (and more indulgent) stuff on the site right now.

Marvel by La Perla Panther Bra, $205, available here.

For other picks, read more

Designer Spotlight

Designer Spotlight: Stewart + Brown

Eco-minded fashion label Stewart+Brown is the offspring of business partners (and life partners) Karen Stewart and Howard Brown.

Eco-minded fashion label Stewart+Brown is the offspring of business partners (and life partners) Karen Stewart and Howard Brown. The Ventura, Calif.-based clothing company makes all of its goods from environmentally responsible materials, including organic cotton, sustainably farmed Mongolian cashmere, and recycled factory-surplus fabrics. It also donates one percent of its revenues to non-profit environmental organizations.

But the look of Stewart+Brown is anything but hippie-dippy. Rather, its designs are cozy with a high quotient of chic. (One of its hoodies was even featured in a recent issue of InStyle.) The label specializes in sleek knits—particularly cashmere—with a sophisticated urban feel. Here are some of the highlights from the Fall/Winter 2006 collection.

Plunging V-Neck Fine Gauge Mongolian Cashmere Sweater, $265, here.

To see the rest, read more

Betsey Johnson Debuts Her Signature Scent

The always fun and funky Betsey Johnson is getting into the perfume business.

The always fun and funky Betsey Johnson is getting into the perfume business. Tomorrow, Sept. 8, at the 59th Street Bloomingdale's in NYC, she'll unveil her first-ever scent, called Betsey Johnson . At the 6-7 p.m. event, she'll be signing bottles and selecting two winners to come and see her Spring 2007 Fashion Show.

The dainty bottle and packaging—which features Betsey's signature leopard print and rose patterns—reflects the clothing line's sweet and sexy sides. The fruity, ultra-feminine scent includes hints of juicy pear, tangerine, grapefruit, black currant, freesia, lily of the valley, red apple, cedarwood, praline, amber, and sexy musks. If you don't live in NYC, don't worry: Betsey Johnson Fragrance will be available at all Bloomingdale's, Nordstrom, Sephora, and Macy's stores nationwide starting Friday. The 50ml bottle sells for $55 and the 100ml bottle sells for $75.